- Location
- SACRAMENTO, CA, US
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Laboratory Assistant, you will accurately and efficiently performs all necessary laboratory services.
Every day you will perform patient registration, test ordering, specimen collection, pre-analytical and post analytical specimen processing, communicating results or other relevant report data, and limited reporting functions.
To be successful in this role you will process all lab specimens with appropriate use of the hospital and laboratory information systems. May have access to needles or syringes from storage locations or patient care areas. Includes other duties as assigned in accordance with job function and hospital policy.
Job Requirements
Required
- Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory terminology, aseptic technique, laboratory tests and specimen handling and blood collection techniques as demonstrated by CAP required competency assessment and organizational requirements.
- California CPT-1 or CPT-2 certification or other California state certification permitting phlebotomy.
Preferred
- Lab Assistant/phlebotomist in an acute care hospital. One (1) year experience preferred.
Where You’ll Work
Founded in 1973, Dignity Health - Methodist Hospital is a 158-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II NICU, heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Methodist Hospital of Sacramento has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.
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